Sedgwick Ohio Rebranding

We have exciting news to share! Sedgwick Ohio is rebranding effective February 2, 2026.

What will change is how our brand looks, sounds and feels. This is to better reflect the growth of Sedgwick’s global footprint, solution offerings and investments in technology. Under our new branding, we’ll continue to build on our capabilities, so we can be the forward-looking, consultative partner you need to navigate the unexpected in today’s evolving risk landscape.

What won’t change due to this rebranding is our commitment to helping you thrive by delivering the very best experience and outcomes. We understand the importance of continuity, rest assured knowing that your Sedgwick contacts will remain in place.

If you have any questions, contact our Sedgwick program manager, Kathy Redmond, at 614-376-5409 or [email protected].

Ohio Alcohol Misuse Prevention Conference | March 26, 2026 | 9 AM - 4 PM 

Join Prevention Action Alliance for the 4th Annual Ohio Alcohol Misuse Prevention Conference on March 26, 2026, at the Ohio University Dublin Integrated Education Center in Dublin, Ohio. Hosted with support from Ohio Liquor (OHLQ), this one-day event will explore prevention strategies across the lifespan as part of this year’s theme, Prevention Without Age Limits: Tackling Alcohol Misuse at Every Life Stage. The conference will feature keynote speaker Rick Collins from the Hawai‘i Public Health Institute and sessions on topics including FASDs, ADHD and alcohol use, youth stress, environmental prevention, and more. Registration closes March 18.

Cost: $75

CEUs: Prevention and CHES CEUs will be applied for

Register Here: https://preventionactionalliance.org/event/ohio-alcohol-misuse-prevention-conference-2026/

ASPIRES Webinar Series: Suicide Risk Among Child-Welfare-Involved Youth - March 11, 2026

The ASPIRES Center (https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/sites/aspires) in the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is excited to announce an upcoming FREE webinar series.

Speaker: Lynsay Ayer, PhD
Title: Suicide Risk Among Child Welfare-Involved Youth Ages 7–11: Prevalence, Trajectories, Outcomes, and Protective Factors
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/93748526954

This session is eligible for 1.0 Category 1 CME credit, 1.0 ANCC credit, 1.0 ASWB credit, 1.0 AAPA credit, 1.0 CMFT credit, and 1.0 APA credit upon completion of the CloudCME evaluation.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the prevalence and developmental patterns of suicidal ideation among child welfare-involved youth ages 7–11, including how rates compare across age groups, sex, and racial/ethnic subgroups.
• Identify longitudinal trajectories of childhood suicidal ideation and their predictors, with attention to which youth are at greatest risk for persistent or delayed-onset ideation into adolescence.
• Summarize the long-term consequences of preteen suicidal ideation, including elevated risk for adolescent suicidal thoughts and self-injury and downstream impacts on school engagement, academic achievement, and future expectations.
• Discuss risk and protective factors relevant to intervention, with a focus on social connectedness, loneliness, and social skills as modifiable targets — particularly for Black youth in the child welfare system.
• Articulate priority directions for screening, practice, and research, including the urgent need for age-appropriate assessment tools and culturally tailored prevention programs for this underserved population.

The Ohio Council Welcomes New Provider Member, Empowered for Excellence Empowering Youth

Empowered for Excellence Empowering Youth in Holland, OH. Jonathan James, CEO can be reached at [email protected] or by phone at (567) 297-5908. Empowered for Excellence Empowering Youth is a private, Ohio-based behavioral health organization committed to enhancing lives through client-centered, faith-based care in Lucas County. They provide a comprehensive range of mental health and substance use services specific to your needs. Their recovery model addresses the mind, body and spirit, supported by a compassionate team specializing in mental health, dual diagnosis, and addiction treatment. All programs include diagnostic assessments, individualized service planning, discharge coordination, and collaboration with external providers. Clients also gain access to educational resources, employment assistance, housing support, and re-entry services. Their goal is to help individuals build a strong foundation for behavioral health, sobriety and successful reintegration into the community — empowering minds every step of the way.

Click here to learn more about Empowered for Excellence Empowering Youth!